Focused on current and in-demand industry certification from Cisco, this qualification offers a route into a masters programme as well as attractive commercial accreditation. The certificate fully incorporates the Cisco CCNP Enterprise discipline (Cisco Certified Network Professional). It takes a systemic technology-focused approach to enterprise-based infrastructure network management, as well as offering a route into a computing masters degree. This qualification links to current Advanced networking (CCNP Enterprise) certifications. Access Cisco certification preparation guidance and have an opportunity to take the certification examinations at a Pearson Vue test centre (independently of your Open University study). Cisco certification is globally recognised within the infrastructure and enterprise networking disciplines. CCNP Enterprise is a sought professional certification portfolio.
Which department am I in?
Open University
Study options
Online/Distance
(2 Years)
Tuition fees
£12,290.00 (13,39,072)
per year
This is a fixed fee
Start date
April 2027
Online/Distance
(2 Years)
Tuition fees
£12,290.00 (13,39,072)
per year
This is a fixed fee
Start date
February 2027
Entry requirements
For international students
As a minimum, candidates must hold a standard equivalent to GCSE Grade C or above in: mathematics or Mathematics-Numeracy, either English Language or Welsh First Language, a science subject if you want to teach in primary school (learners aged 4–11).
*There may be different IELTS requirements depending on your chosen course.